By: Chad Warren on November 21, 2024
A Navy SEAL is a highly trained U.S. military forces member specializing in unconventional warfare, special reconnaissance, and counter-terrorism operations. Known for their exceptional physical fitness, mental toughness, and ability to operate in diverse environments, Navy SEALs undergo rigorous training to prepare for challenging missions worldwide. One phrase recruits here often during the selection process…
By: Julie O'Hara on November 21, 2024
According to authors Daniel Lieberman and Michael Long, dopamine’s motto is “more.”[1] Funny, I thought it was my motto. The banquet was the final event at a 12-Step conference and my husband was the only person in the group not in recovery. We had been through the buffet line and were sitting down to eat…
By: Diane Tuttle on November 21, 2024
Three books we explored discussed concepts that can impact our interactions with ourselves, others, work, and everyday life. The perspectives of the authors were different, yet each of them was valuable in their own right. These books are connected by the implications they have for leadership strategies. This blog will address how do Mindset, Grit,…
By: Christy on November 21, 2024
In The Molecule of More: How a Single Chemical in Your Brain Drives Love, Sex, and Creativity-and Will Determine the Fate of the Human Race by Daniel Lieberman, MD and Michael Long explore the powerful (and sometimes devastating) effects of dopamine on the human brain, behavior, and society. [1] From romantic relationships to addictions to…
By: Russell Chun on November 21, 2024
د ترهګرو درسونه Lesson from Terrorists (Pashtu) Part 1 Introduction Part 2 What my peers are saying Part 3 What others are saying Part 4 What I learned Epilogue Part 1 Introduction Margaret Wheatley’s book, Leadership and the New Science: Discovering Order in a Chaotic World[1], takes leadership studies in an interdisciplinary direction. She…
By: Kari on November 21, 2024
The Molecule of More: How a Single Molecule in Your Brain Drives Love, Sex, and Creativity- Will Determine the Fate of the Human Race by Daniel Lieberman and Michael Long is fascinating. The book examines the neurotransmitter dopamine and its role in causing us to desire “more” as we anticipate future pleasure and excitement.[1] The…
By: Graham English on November 21, 2024
In an early episode of The Bema Podcast, Bible teacher Marty Solomon articulated a profound theological perspective on the nature of humanity. According to Solomon, the defining characteristic of human beings, who are created in the image of God, is their unique capacity to declare “enough.” This ability to exercise self-restraint, regulate desires, and place trust…
By: Shela Sullivan on November 20, 2024
“The Molecule of More: How a Single Chemical in Your Brain Drives Love, Sex, and Creativity – And Will Determine the Fate of the Human Race,” by Daniel Lieberman and Michael Long,[1] offers a fascinating exploration of how a single chemical, dopamine can shape the entirety of human experience. The thesis of “The Molecule of…
By: Jonita Fair-Payton on November 20, 2024
I have been working in non-profit organizations for 30 years, beginning my career in my early 20’s as a Youth Employment Coordinator in Oakland, California. I have served as a Homeless Employment Specialist, a Program Coordinator, a Director, a Senior Director, and an Executive Director for organizations with operating budgets ranging from $1 million to…
By: Jennifer Eckert on November 20, 2024
The New Job Offer! Sarah is a single mom and workforce professional who has dedicated years of hard work in a job that doesn’t fully satisfy her, but she needs the income to feed her children, so she stays. The new boss recognizes her and gives her an offer for a new position with better…
By: Adam Cheney on November 19, 2024
“I do not understand my own actions. For I do not do what I want, but I do the very thing I hate. Now if I do what I do not want, I agree that the law is good. But in fact, it is no longer I that do it, but sin that dwells within…
By: Dinka Utomo on November 19, 2024
Our denomination is part of the worldwide reformed churches. As is known, the motto of the reformed churches always reminds us to be willing to make changes and renewals based on the truth of God’s word from day to day. The goal is that God’s name will always be glorified, and many people will experience…
By: Debbie Owen on November 19, 2024
At the beginning of Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows, Hogwarts is no longer the safe haven it had been during the previous six years. It has been taken over by Death Eaters, under the control of Severus Snape as Headmaster, operating on orders from Voldemort. Harry realizes that Voldemort is going to take over…
By: Jeff Styer on November 18, 2024
One could argue that life is nothing more than a series of chemical reactions. This is a thought that I had when I read Edwin Friedman’s A Failure of Nerve book, especially when he discussed the concept of reactivity.[1] As much as I enjoyed reading this book to discover how neurotransmitters impact my marriage, I…
By: Pam Lau on November 18, 2024
“Hope is not the conviction that something will turn out well. It is the certainty that something is worth doing no matter how it turns out.” – Vaclav Havel At the start of every mediation, I ask the parties this question: “What is your highest hope?” It doesn’t matter if the conflict is between divorced parents,…
By: Tim Clark on November 18, 2024
In 1987, the genre-defying songwriter Steve Taylor released his fourth studio album, I Predict 1990. I loved Taylor’s progressive music, which blended pop, new wave, and a little post-punk, and I was smitten with his intelligent lyrics, which bordered on irreverence. His was one of only a handful of “Christian” artists that I resonated with…
By: Esther Edwards on November 18, 2024
In 2017, as I embarked on taking my very first class in a Master’s in Leadership program, I was introduced to the book “Images of an Organization” by Gareth Morgan. I remember feeling like I was taking a walk back in time as older organizational models were highlighted. It also showed how the organizational landscape…
By: Kally Elliott on November 18, 2024
It was a sunny, warm day, the leaves turning vibrant colors of yellow and red, the Tumalo River, a dance of currents, swirling in harmony as my German Shepherd and I hiked alongside it. Margaret Wheatley’s audiobook, Leadership and the New Science: Discovering Order in a Chaotic World played on my on my Airpods and…
By: Cathy Glei on November 18, 2024
“If we believe that the universe is on a relentless road to death, we can’t help but live in fear of change. In a downhill world, any change exhausts our store of valuable energy and leaves us empty, one step closer to death. Staying put or keeping our balance is a means of defense against…
By: Noel Liemam on November 15, 2024
Introduction “Grit: The Power of Passion and Perseverance,” by Angela Duckworth, has been rated 4.6/5.0 stars on amazon.com and 4.1/5 stars on 4.1/5 stars on Goodreads. Is it a good read? The reviews I watched on YouTube agreed on the fact that it is a very practical book, and it is useful for self-improvement. Angela…
